Places to Hike Outside of the Eastern High Peaks, Dix Mountain, and Giant Mountain Wildernesses

As we approach Labor Day Weekend, many people are wondering what the status of the backcountry is post-Irene. Simply said, the High Peaks Region is in a bit of a mess and should be avoided. Here is a worthy-list of alternative places to hike this weekend:

Mountain Hikes

Hurricane Mountain from US-9N only, not from the Hurricane Road/The Crows

"Working with other state agencies, local emergency response organizations and volunteer search and rescue groups, Forest Rangers locate and extract lost, injured or distressed people from the backcountry."

"New York State was instrumental in the restoration and recovery of the bald eagle in the northeast United States and continues to play an important role in providing suitable habitat for our nation's symbol"